AEROSPACE 2002-15

AEROSPACE 2002-15
20.11.2002
FINAL DRAFT
Thematic Priority
1.4 Aeronautics and Space
WORK PROGRAMME
2002-2006
Table of contents: AERONAUTICS AND SPACE
1. AERONAUTICS .......................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INT RODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 OBJECT IVES, ST RUCTURE AND OVERALL APPROACH.......................................................................... 1
1.3 TECHNICAL CONTENT............................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.1 Open Upstream Research ............................................................................................................. 3
1.3.2 Integrated Focused Downstream Research............................................................................... 9
1.4 LINKS T O OT HER RESEARCH TOPICS..................................................................................................... 17
1.5 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AND RELATED ISSUES: A ERONAUTICS...................................................... 18
1.6 CALL INFORMATION: AERONAUTICS.................................................................................................... 20
2. SPACE .......................................................................................................................................................... 30
2.1 INT RODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................ 30
2.2 OBJECT IVES, ST RUCTURE AND OVERALL APPROACH........................................................................ 30
2.3 TECHNICAL CONTENT ............................................................................................................................. 31
2.3.1 Area: Galileo ................................................................................................................................ 31
2.3.2 Area: GMES .................................................................................................................................. 34
2.3.3 Area: Satellite Telecommunications ......................................................................................... 38
2.4 LINKS TO OT HER RESEARCH TOPICS ................................................................................................... 39
2.5 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN AND RELATED ISSUES: SPACE.................................................................... 41
2.6 CALL INFORMATION: SPACE................................................................................................................ 43
- AERONAUTICS
Introduction
World aeronautics is entering a new age of aviation –the age of sustainable growth–
characterised by the need of more affordable, cleaner, quieter, safer and more secure
air travel. European aeronautics is committed to play a prime role in shaping aviation
for this new age. Research and technology development will be essential in
responding to this challenge.
The aeronautics research work programme of the thematic priority “Aeronautics and
Space” is planned in accordance with the relevant part of the Specific Programme
„Integrating and Strengthening the European Research Area‟ and with the Strategic
Research Agenda 1 prepared by the Advisory Council for Aeronautics Research in
Europe (ACARE) 2 . The Strategic Research Agenda has set out the directions for
European research in the next decades towards fulfilling the ambition for the future of
aeronautics established in the Report “European Aeronautics – a Vision for 2020” 3 , as
well as in the White Paper „European transport policy for 2010 : time to decide‟,
adopted by the Commission in September 2001 4 .
Consequently, the aeronautics research work programme is set against the two top-
level objectives identified in the Strategic Research Agenda and the Vision 2020
Report:
 To meet society‟s needs for a more efficient, safer and environmentally friendly
air transport.
 To win global leadership for European aeronautics, with a competitive supply
chain, including small and medium size enterprises.
Objectives, Structure and Overall Approach
Scope
The research work programme focuses on the aircraft vehicle, including its systems
and components, for commercial transport (comprising regional and business aircraft
as well as rotorcraft). With regard to the part of the work programme related to air
traffic management (4th research area), both the on-board as well as the ground-based
elements are included, in a “kerb to kerb” context.
Structure
The work programme is structured in four research areas that inter-alia will contribute
to achieving the two top- level objectives. They respond to the major challenges
identified in the Strategic Research Agenda for European aeronautics:
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AC ARE. Strategic Research Agenda. Executive Summary, Volume 1, Volume 2. Published on
October 2002. See www.acare4europe.org
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See www.acare4europe.org
3
Report of the Group of Personalities established by Commissioner Busquin. Published in January
2001. ISBN 92-894-0559-7.
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White Paper ‘European transport policy for 2010 : time to decide’, COM (2001) 370
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 Research for strengthening the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry
in the global market, responding to the challenge of delivering more
economical, performant and better quality products and services.
 Research for improving the environme ntal impact with regard to emis sions
and noise, responding to the challenge of meeting the society‟s demand for
sustainable transport.
 Research for improving aircraft safety and security, responding to the
challenge of ensuring that irrespective of the growth of air traffic, air
transportation will be even safer than before and the aircraft secured from
hostile actions while in flight.
 Research for increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air
transport system, responding to the challenge that airspace and airport
utilisation will be able to accommodate rising traffic without undue delays,
while preserving safety through a seamlessly integrated European air traffic
management system, which would facilitate the achievement of the “Single
European Sky” initiative.
Overall approach
The work programme comprises of the spectrum of research and technology
development from basic research to technology validation. However, in line with
ACARE recommendations, the emphasis is placed on:
 Open upstream research to further improve the technology base and develop
innovative concepts and breakthrough technologies to pave the way for a step
change in aviation. The relevant technical domains and objectives are described
in Section 1.3.1. It is likely that these will be addressed by means of Specific
Targeted Research Projects, however it is expected that as the implementation
of the Thematic Priority progresses there will be an increased utilisation of the
new instruments adopted in the 6 th Framework Programme, particularly
Integrated Projects.
 Focused downstream research integrating a critical mass of technical fields,
activities and resources needed to achieve ambitious objectives. The projects
will normally encompass the integration of technologies across a number of
topics and will include their validation in large-scale test beds or simulators.
They will preferably be implemented by means of the new instruments
(Integrated Projects and Networks of Excellence). They are described in Section
1.3.2.
Participation of Small and Medium Size Ente rprises
The aeronautics supply chain including small and medium size enterprises will have
an important role to play in integrating and structuring the technological and scientific
base. Their participation in Specific Targeted Research Projects, Integrated Projects
and Networks of Excellence is encouraged. Specific measures to stimulate their
participation will be implemented throughout the implementation of the Programme
by means of Specific Support Actions, continuing the effort initiated in Framework
Programme 5. There are technical domains such as design, manufacture, maintenance
(see Section 1.3.1) and the relevant Integrated Projects (see Section 1.3.2) which will
represent a concrete opportunity for their participation.
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Technical Conte nt
Open Upstream Research
In the following sections the objectives and technical content of the four research
areas are described. Each research area includes a number of technical domains that
will contribute to the achievement of its objectives. Under each technical domain,
there are a number of research topics proposed for open upstream research, preferably
by means of Specific Targeted Research Projects. Project proposals can address one
or more research topics, where appropriate.
The proposed technical domains and research topics will likely be valid throughout
the timeframe of the Specific Programme. However some new topics or domains
could be added for further Calls for proposals or some of the present ones could be
discarded.
The objectives indicated for the four research areas correspond to a medium term (5 to
10 years) or a long-term (15 to 20 years) perspective. They all take as a reference the
present state-of-the-art.
Strengthening competitiveness
Objectives
1. To reduce aircraft development costs by 20% and 50% in the short and long term
respectively.
2. To reduce aircraft operating costs by 20% and 50% in the short and long term
respectively, through, improved aircraft performance and reduction in
maintenance costs and other direct operating costs.
3. To increase passenger choice with regard to travel costs, time to destination, on-
board services and comfort.
Technical Content
In order to achieve the objectives, research should concentrate on the following
technical domains and research topics:
a) Integrated design and product development
Advanced modelling and simulation tools, including virtual reality in support of
virtual prototyping; knowledge-based design tools and methods; systems engineering
methods, tools and processes; integrated, life-cycle based product definition,
including modelling and simulation, in the multi-site enterprise.
b) Manufacturing
Flexible tooling; automated processes and assembly; advanced manufacturing
methods to reduce recurring and non-recurring costs while supporting volume
flexibility; in-process inspection and test techniques and knowledge-based diagnosis;
processes with low or zero harmful emissions and harmful materials.
c) Maintenance
Continuous health and usage monitoring; smart maintenance systems including self-
inspection and self- repair capabilities; methods for improved application of
maintenance systems; methods and systems in support of failure tolerance; structural
integrity of ageing aircraft; maintenance processes with low or zero harmful
emissions.
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d) Aerodynamics
Advanced analytical and experimental tools; advanced and novel concepts and
technologies for cost-effective aircraft aerodynamic design including adaptive wing,
high lift design and airframe/ power-plant integration; concepts, technologies and
systems for drag reduction.
e) Structural weight re duction
Advanced analytical and experimental tools; advanced structural concepts for
increased and optimised use of new metallic materials, composite materials and metal
laminates in primary structures; concepts, technologies and systems for application of
“smart” materials, micro- and nano-technologies, and realisation of “smart
structures”; aeroelasticity.
f) Equipment weight and power take-up reduction
Technologies and systems for a more-electric aircraft; landing gear and braking
systems; integrated modular avionics technologies; advanced displays and sensors for
flight deck related functions.
g) Propulsion
(See .1.3.1.2 a)
h) Crew workload reduction
Technologies for the automation of crew tasks with respect to flying and interfacing
with the air traffic management system (pilot in supervisory role).
i) Cabin environme nt
Concepts, technologies and systems to suppress noise overall as well as for each
passenger; techniques to reduce vibration and other unwanted dynamics effects of
flight (ride comfort); technologies and systems for enhanced, healthier cabin
environment including temperature, pressure, airflow and humidity.
j) On-board passenger services
Technologies to support the introduction and the on-board integration of office- like
and home-like services for the passenger incorporating state-of-the-art
communications and information technologies.
k) New aircraft concepts and breakthrough technologies
Novel concepts that represent a step change with respect to current conventional
aircraft configurations and have the potential to deliver significant improvements in:
– Subsonic flight.
– Transonic/supersonic flight.
– Unconventional take-off and landing.
Breakthrough technologies in the following domains that will facilitate the
introduction of such new aircraft concepts in the fields of:
– Propulsion and power.
– Airframe.
– Systems.
– Experimentation and simulation.
– Aircraft operation.
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Improving environme ntal impact with regard to e missions and noise
Objectives
1. To reduce CO 2 emissions (and thus fuel consumption) by 50% per passenger-
kilometre in the long-term through improved engine efficiency as well as
efficiency of the aircraft and its operation.
2. To reduce NO X emissions by 80% in the Landing and Take-off cycle with respect
to the ICAO standard and to an Emissions Index of NOx of 5 gr. per kg. of fuel
burnt in cruise in the long term (reduction to 10gr. per kg. of fuel burnt in the short
term), and other gaseous emissions and particulates.
3. To reduce unburnt hydrocarbons and CO emissions by 50% in the long term to
improve air quality at airports.
4. To reduce external noise by 4-5 dB and by 10 dB per operation in the short and
long-term respectively. For rotorcraft, the objective is to reduce the noise footprint
area by 50% and the external noise by 6 dB and 10 dB in the short a nd long-term.
5. To reduce the environmental impact of the manufacture and maintenance of
aircraft and its components.
Technical Content
In order to achieve the objectives, research should concentrate on the following
technical domains and research topics:
a) Propulsion
Concepts and technologies for improving engine thermal efficiency and reducing
secondary air losses; concepts and technologies for improving engine propulsive
efficiency; techniques and concepts to support the design of “smart” engine control
systems; new and improved engine architectures and cycles; application of medium
and high-temperature materials; concepts and techniques that will enable low-
emissions flight procedures; investigation of the potential of alternative fuels
including environmental effects (liquid hydrogen, biofuels and synthetic fuels) and the
technologies necessary for their application; development of the technical basis for
defining an aircraft efficiency index that accounts for the emissions produced.
b) Aerodynamics
(See 1.3.1.1 d)
c) Structural weight re duction
(See 1.3.1.1 e)
d) Equipment weight and power take-up reduction
(See 1.3.1.1 f)
e) Combustion
Tools for modelling and measurement of the composition of engine exhaust gaseous
emissions and their impact on local air quality; analytical and experimental techniques
for modelling the kinetics of combustion and related computational fluid dynamics;
technologies for advanced combustor and injector systems with regard to NO X, soot
and unburned hydrocarbon; development of the technical basis for defining an engine
emissions index that accounts for the whole flight cycle.
f) External noise
Concepts and technologies for reduction of noise at the source (engine and airframe)
including adaptive and electronically assisted active methods; new a ircraft
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architectures to provide low- noise engine/nacelle airframe integration; advanced rotor,
mechanical transmissions and blade designs for rotorcraft; concepts and techniques
that will enable low- noise flight procedures (fixed-wing and rotorcraft) to minimise
noise in terminal areas; techniques for improved understanding of the impact of
aircraft noise in the community.
g) Manufacturing
(See 1.3.1.1 b)
h) Maintenance
(See 1.3.1.1 c)
i) New aircraft concepts and breakthrough technologies
(See 1.3.1.1 k)
Improving aircraft safety and security
Objectives
1. To reduce the accident rate by 50% and 80% in the short and long-term
respectively.
2. To obtain a 100% capability for avoiding or recovering from human errors.
3. To mitigate the consequences of survivable aircraft accidents.
4. To reduce significantly hazards of on-board hostile actions while in flight.
Technical Content
In order to achieve the objectives, research should concentrate on the following
technical domains and research topics:
a) Human-machine inte rface
Techniques for improved understanding of human-machine interaction and crew
performance in the cockpit context; concepts and technologies to develop error-
tolerant systems; concepts and technologies in support of a holistic approach to safety
management, optimising the human/systems integration.
b) Accident prevention
On board technologies for prevention of controlled flight into terrain; technologies to
enable a full and permanent automatic approach and landing in all weather; on board
technologies for protection against atmospheric hazards, such as windshear, wake
vortex, clear air turbulence, icing; on board technologies for in- flight and on-ground
collision avoidance; novel concepts and technologies enabling aircraft self separation
assurance; techniques enabling the development of improved aviation safety metrics.
c) Accident s urvivability
Design techniques and structural concepts for improved protection against crash
impacts and blast; design techniques and concepts for improved fire, heat and smoke
protection, including aircraft evacuation procedures.
d) Airborne aircraft security
Concepts and techniques for disabling control of the passenger cabin and flight deck
by hostile individuals; concepts and techniques, such as the extension of the functions
of ground collision avoidance systems, to protect flight trajectories against hostile
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interventions and avoid flight into protected areas; concepts and techniques enabling
the safe automatic return to ground of aircraft in the event of hostile misuse.
e) New aircraft concepts and breakthrough technologies
(See 1.3.1.1 k)
Increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air transport system
A paradigm change in the way air traffic services are provided is required.
Research shall integrate collaborative decision making in a co-operative air and
ground Air Traffic Management (ATM) end to end concept, validating through live
trials in a complete ATM and Airport environment, whilst encouraging innovative
research into a new paradigm supporting a more efficient Air Transport system. This
takes into account and supports the achievement of the Single European Sky and
Eurocontrol‟s ATM2000+ strategy. Objectives are:
1. Improve today’s safety levels taking into account projected traffic levels, by
providing better information to both the pilot and the controller on surrounding
traffic;
2. Increase system capacity to safely handle three times more air movements by
2020 through an increased planning capability, coupled with a progressive
distribution of tasks and responsibilities between the aircraft and the ground for
separation, to satisfy projected traffic growth;
3. Improve on today‟s system efficiency and reliability, aiming to achieve an average
maximum delay of one minute per flight, bearing in mind the optimum cost,
performance, safety and capacity of the European Air Transport System;
4. Maximise airport operating capacity in all weather conditions to support
increasing traffic demand through improved systems to aid the controller and
pilot.
The proposed research combines human factors, safety and airport efficiency with
harmonised (air & ground) validation methodologies providing for “implementation”
decision- making, standardisation and regulatory frameworks, supported by business
cases and safety assessments.
Technical Content
New generation ATM:
a) Co-operative Air Traffic Management
Concepts and technologies to optimise task distribution between aircraft and ground
with a medium term perspective, including airborne separation assurance system
applications; concepts and technologies to reduce uncertainty in the air traffic
management system; to integrate air traffic flow management, airports, air traffic
control centres, aircraft and airline operating centres in a strategic and dynamic
layered planning system based on 4D-trajectory information, and defining and using
collaborative decision making principles with related support systems and
applications; associated system performance requirements, communication
infrastructure and system wide information management; migration strategies for the
implementation of new co-operative air traffic management including technical and
socio-economic aspects.
b) Advanced Airborne System Applications
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Definition and operational validation of medium to long-term airborne separation
assurance systems (ASAS) for optimising the task distribution between aircraft and
ground including their procedures; enhancement of flight data processing, flight
management system and decision support tools for controllers and pilots; concepts
and technologies for automation of operations through the flight management system
to optimise the ASAS benefits; applications based on GNSS enabled 4D flight
trajectory information; integration of on-board communication, navigation and
surveillance capabilities and advanced flight manageme nt and display systems to
further optimise co-operative air traffic management operations.
c) Reduced Separation Minima
Reappraisal and revision of current ATC separation minima and the development,
analysis and modelling of new air to air and surface (includ ing manoeuvring areas,
runways and A-SMGCS) separation minima based on advanced communication,
navigation and surveillance systems, in co-ordination with C-ATM, AAA and A-
SMGCS. Development of safety, efficiency and economic cases to support proposed
changes to new and revised International (ICAO) standards The Airport of the
future :
d) Airport Efficiency (AFF)
Definition of concepts and technologies to reduce passenger waiting time and
improve the efficiency of land and airside aircraft turn-around from touchdown to
take off which will use Collaborative Decision Making principles in conjunction with
Co-operative ATM. Development of a common information management system.
Realisation of a common platform and shared database exploiting and linking
experimental and analysis tools in parallel (building on the 5FP) to permit the
evaluation of different airport parameters through the simulation and analysis of both
air and land side airport operations addressing safety, efficiency, capacity and
environmental aspects. Validation of results through real and representative examples
using actual data, and supporting extrapolation for future expansion. Extension of
knowledge and best practice in this domain.
e) Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS)
Development of concepts to efficiently use existing runway and taxiway
infrastructures whilst harmonising European airport operational environments. Live
trials shall exploit the development of an overall surveillance system and equipage of
test aircraft with experimental systems and optimisation of existing tools and
surveillance systems, whilst minimising the need for additional equipment. Concept
development and system upgrade to integrate planning and routing functions to
expedite the movement of aircraft between the runway and stand. Integrating on--
board guidance equipment providing flight crew with traffic information, airport
configuration, controller instructions and safety nets.
f) Technologies for Advanced Approach and Landing (TAL)
Development of all weather precision approach and landing capabilities and
procedures using augmented GNSS and decision support tools to provide pilots with
new ways to safely manage the aircraft approach and landing profiles. Development
of a new approach and landing concepts with associated operational procedures and
technologies to optimise efficiency and minimise environmental impact.
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Innovative Research:
g) Innovative Air Traffic Manage ment Research
Novel concepts and technologies with a fresh perspective into a new air traffic
management paradigm including all types of aircraft in support of a more efficient air
transport system.
h) Co-ordination Action:
To ensure the management and dissemination of knowledge across work areas
described under section 1.3.1.4, including external dissemination, addressing safety,
human factors and validation. This will include safety enhancement issues, the
development of assessment tools of the safety level of the ATM system and
assessment of safety regulation implications of propo sed concepts and technologies in
the future ATM system. Defining common Human Machine Interaction principles
and addressing stakeholder usability and acceptance issues of the proposed concepts
and technologies. The action exploits and expands on 5 th FP validation
methodologies and manage validation knowledge whilst seeking to harmonise and
standardise airborne, airport and ATC validation methodologies, including live trials.
Integrated Focused Downstream Research
Integrated focused research actions for the Calls for Proposals with 2003
deadline
1.3.2.1.A Research topics to be addressed preferably by means of Integrated
Projects
In relation to the research area Strengthening Competitiveness:
1 Integrated, intelligent, multidisciplinary design in the extended enterprise.
Objectives: The work should aim at improving industry‟s ability to competitively
develop new products and reduce development time and costs. The objective is to
optimise the design decision process with a global and explicit vision of the
product at any stage of its life cycle (virtual product) as well as to provide
integrated means to share the virtual product across the supply chain (extended
enterprise).
Scope: Activities should include process engineering, systems engineering,
knowledge based engineering, multidisciplinary design and optimisation,
modelling and simulation in the extended enterprise, virtual environment, design
supportability and maintainability, etc. The different processes and technologies
should be integrated and validated through full-scale simulation of real case
engineering and business scenarios.
Expected outcome: The project should deliver concrete steps towards a significant
reduction in product development costs and time and methods for an effective
multi-company and multi-culture design process including integration of the
supply chain in product design and development.
2 Maintenance including s mart health monitoring, damage detection and
maintenance-free concept.
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Objectives: The work should aim at reducing aircraft direct operating cost,
increasing aircraft dispatch reliability and increasing safety by improved methods
of maintenance that will include greater degree of automatism and „smartness‟ in
the monitoring and reparation.
Scope: Activities should range from upstream research to technology validation of
multidisciplinary approaches such as: application of novel sensor technologies and
signal processing techniques, health monitoring technologies detecting the
through- life evolution of the monitored systems or components, smart
maintenance systems including auto-diagnosis and self-repair capabilities. The
different techniques and technologies should be validated through model and,
where beneficial, full-scale tests in a test aircraft.
Expected outcome: Validation of the proposed technical solutions and proof of
their applicability in a real environment.
3 Integrated, intelligent, flexible manufacture.
Objectives: The work should aim at improving industry‟s ability to competitively
develop new products and reduce development time and costs. The objective is to
develop and demonstrate technologies for short-lead time, low-volume
manufacture and establish coherent integrated design and validation procedures
that enable accelerating product development and evolution c ycles without
compromising product conformance and certification.
Scope: Activities should include work on flexible prototyping, digital testing and
manufacturing, reconfigurable tooling and flexible manufacturing processes, test
and validation methodology, design amendment procedures, quality acceptance
standards and documentation. The different processes and technologies should be
integrated and validated into a prototype system.
Expected outcome: The project should deliver an integrated system for agile
design, manufacture and validation, which support rapid product development and
process and material improvement throughout product lifecycle.
In relation to the research area Improving Environmental Impact with regard to
Emissions and Noise:
4 Multidisciplinary approach to an environmentally acceptable supersonic
transport.
Objectives: The work should aim at overcoming the environmental constraints that
could stop the industrial development and production of economically viable
commercial supersonic transport aircraft.
Scope: Activities should address the issues of noise reduction, pollution and
efficiency, by developing and pooling advances in structures, propulsion and
aerodynamics through multi-disciplinary optimisation. Key technologies should be
integrated and validated through model and full-scale tests of components. It is
expected that the experience and results of both National and EU projects will be
exploited in this Integrated Project.
Expected outcome: acceptable pollutant emissions, particularly in the high
atmosphere (< 5g NOX/kg fuel burnt); emissions at landing and take-off
comparable to those of a subsonic aircraft of the same generation; substantial
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reduction of external noise (-8dB cumulative margin re ICAO Chapter 4),
particularly at take-off, and reduction of the sonic boom signature over land.
5 Integration of technologies in support of a passenger and environmentally
friendly helicopte r.
Objectives: The work should aim at enhancing the environmental friendliness and
public acceptance of helicopters by reducing external noise emission, by lowering
gas exhaust and by decreasing cabin noise and vibration levels.
Scope: Activities should include optimised noise abatement operational
procedures, noise optimised engine installation, active blade control through
distributed optimal blade twist and camber and active control of cabin structures.
The different technologies should be validated through model and full-scale tests.
Expected outcome: Substantial reduction of external noise (10 dB below current
ICAO/JAA rules), cabin noise (below 70 dB(A)), cabin vibrations (below 0.05 g)
and fuel consumption (by 20%).
In relation to the research area Improving Aircraft Safety and Security:
6 Airborne technologies integration for improved flight hazard protection and
all-weather operation.
Objectives: The work should aim at increasing the safety of air transport by
reducing the rate of fatal accidents in all weather operation during all phases of
flight.
Scope: Activities should include integration and validation of an airborne system
able to protect the aircraft from all flight hazards such as controlled flight into
terrain, air collision, wake vortex, windshear, clear air turbulence, icing, cross-
winds and adverse weather at and around airports. The validation activity should
include in flight testing of integrated test platforms. Work should also include
human factors issues such as man- machine interface, including enhanced display
systems and the integration of sensor technologies using sensor- fusion techniques.
Expected outcome: Validation of the proposed technical solutions and proof of
their applicability in solving the stated issues.
7 Security of aircraft operation
Objectives: The work should aim at enhancing the security of the air transport
system by reducing the threat of a security breach and the impact of hostile action
should any be taken.
Scope: Activities should include work on ways to hinder access of hostile persons
and weapons to the aircraft cockpit as well as considering ways to deal with a
hijack situation, such as remote control of aircraft or fully autonomous, aircraft
centred fly- home capability. The work should include identifying weaknesses in
the present system and definition of the main characteristics of required solut ions
and actions. The best adapted technologies and the most promising future ones
should then be developed, simulated and then tested in a real environment. Work
should also include contribution to relevant international standards.
Expected outcome: Validation of the proposed technical solutions and poof of their
applicability in solving the stated issues.
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In relation to the research area increasing the operational capacity and safety of
the air transport system:
8 Advanced approach and landing
Objectives: The work should aim at developing technologies and operational
procedures to improve safety and capacity and reduce environmental impact of
operation by optimising the approach and landing phases of flight.
Scope: Activities should include new procedures and technical applications needed
to increase aircraft movement throughput and also address environmental issues.
The research should exploit airborne surveillance, satellite navigation and 4-
dimensional trajectories to implement flexible procedures for approach and landing
to support aircraft continuous descent profiles and curved approaches to improve
efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of aircraft in the vicinity of
airports. Focus should be on the development of procedures for precision approach
and landing capabilities up to CAT III, using ground based augmented global
navigation satellite systems, including decision support tools to provide flight crew
with new ways to safely and efficiently manage approach and landing profiles.
Attention should be given to the development of specific procedures for rotorcraft.
The research is interrelated with the operational concepts and technologies
developed in advanced surface movement guidance and control systems, and co-
operative air traffic management research. Validation should include analysis,
modelling, simulation and trials in a full air and ground operational environment
including a significant number of suitably equipped aircraft, including rotorcraft,
involving human factors, safety, environment and efficiency research.
Expected outcome: Output will be a validated set of approach and landing
procedures, decision support systems and technologies achievable from 2010 as
one part of a first step to the 2020 vision.
9 Co-ope rative ATM (C-ATM) (Phase one will be open under the first call and
phase two under the second call)
Objectives: Co-operative Air Traffic Management (C-ATM) will optimise task
distribution between actors, improve decision making through Collaborative
Decision Making principles and the development of an information network,
reduce uncertainty, increase safety and create additional capacity.
Scope: Co-operative ATM targets the capacity problems of Air Traffic
Management specifically in the domains of airspace and procedures, diversity of
systems, air and ground human constraints. This necessarily includes the impact
on safety, efficiency and the environment. C-ATM is the integration in a new
airspace and route structure of Air Traffic Flow Management, Airports, Air Traffic
Control Centres, Aircraft and Airline Operating Centres in a strategic and dynamic
layered planning and tactical control system using distributed information, 4D
trajectories and Airborne Separation Assurance Systems. This is achieved through
enhancement, integration and interoperability of on board systems (navigation,
management, communication and display) and ground systems (flight data,
processing surveillance, communication and decision support tools) using ground
and air data links. Operational procedures, Collaborative Decision Making
principles and enabling ATM technologies will be developed and evaluated, and
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task distribution will be optimised between actors to improve decision-making and
reduce uncertainty. This work should be co-ordinated with other ATM validation
including advanced applications of airborne separation assurance (AAA);
separation minima for the airborne component of the ATM/Airport system and
Technologies for advanced approach and landing (TAL).
Three phases, launched in separate calls, are envisaged in an iterative development
and validation process:
Phase One. Initiation: project planning, operational concept integration, initial
validation preparation and modelling.
Subsequent phases – proposals for Phase one shall detail requirements
specific to this phase. However a clear indication is also to be provided as to
how the complete (integrated) research topic including the subsequent two
phases will be developed:
Phase Two. Preliminary Development: concept validation and modelling,
overall system design and system architecture. Preliminary system
development, integration, testing and initial concept trials.
Phase Three. Integration and Final Trials: full concept and system
development, integration, testing (including output from Reduced Separation
Minima, A-SMGCS and AAA) and validation through live trials on multiple
sites of the final version of C-ATM in the full air and ground operational
environment.
The rules for international co-operation apply for aircraft and avionics
manufacturers.
Expected outcome: A validated end to end, air/ground ATM concept and system
achievable from 2010 as a first step to the 2020 vision. The research will also
provide large-scale live trial research test beds and mechanisms to support
transition, certification, qualification and decision making processes.
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(Phase one will be open under the first call and phase two under the second call)
Objectives: The research should make the most efficient use of existing
infrastructures by introducing new operational concepts and improving air traffic
management at airport. A common set of requirements and operational procedures
should be developed to ensure that different installations, although site customised,
present a harmonised operational environment to flight crew. A European
performance baseline should be defined.
Scope: The 5th FP has demonstrated the validity of the concept and provided pre-
operational performance requirements. Results obtained at two midsize airports in
Europe need to be further validated through extensive operational field trials
focussing on each of the major A-SMGCS functions. One or two airports should
be selected as trials‟ platforms together with test aircraft equipped with
experimental systems. This work should be co-ordinated with other ATM
validation including reduced separation minima, C-ATM and TAL.
Two phases, launched in separate calls, are envisaged:
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Phase One. Initial implementation and upgrade: implementation of the overall
surveillance system for the functional and operational test areas, optimising
the use of existing tools and systems and minimising the need for additional
equipment. System upgrade to integrate the initial planning and routing
functions to expedite the movement of aircraft between the runway and stand;
Subsequent phases – proposals for Phase one shall detail requirements
specific to this phase. However a clear indication is also to be provided as to
how the complete (integrated) research topic including the subsequent phase
will be developed:
Phase Two. Full planning, routing and on-board guidance: full planning and
routing functions and on-board guidance functions and equipment will be
implemented, providing traffic information and airport configuration,
controller instructions and safety nets.
Expected outcome: The A-SMGCS research supports the development of pre-
operational system, concept integration and demonstration to achieve the proposed
paradigm change. The research will validate the pe rformance requirements
necessary to operate safely in all weather conditions. The research will also
provide the large-scale live trial research test beds and mechanisms to support
certification and qualification processes in order to achieve the implementation of
systems before 2008.
11 Airport Efficiency (AFF) (Phase one only will be open under the first call)
Objectives: Airport efficiency to reduce passenger waiting time is wholly
dependent on both air and land-side operations. An aircraft requires a seamless
system from touchdown until it departs again, which depends on efficient gate and
airport terminal systems such as baggage handling, customs and passenger
information.
Scope: Many existing simulation and analytical tools are able to evaluate the
efficiency of the airside of an airport as well as others dedicated to the evaluation
of the passenger terminal operations. However, none of the tools are able to
evaluate both sides of airport operations, furthermore they do not address safety,
efficiency, capacity and environmental aspects in an integrated way.
In the 5FP this theme has already been addressed for that part which concerns the
realisation of a common database for different tools, and a common platform
capable of exploiting most experimental tools have been provided; however,
further research and development is required to be able to implement multiple and
parallel instances of tools.
The work shall also co-ordinate and extend airport efficiency and best practice to
improve dissemination of knowledge and results.
Two phases, launched in separate calls, are envisaged:
Phase One. Initial development and analysis: development of a common
information management system and requirements for a common platform and
shared database exploiting and linking experimental and analysis tools in
parallel.
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Subsequent phases – proposals for Phase one shall detail requirements
specific to this phase. However a clear indication is also to be provided as to
how the complete (integrated) research topic including the subsequent phase
will be developed:
Phase Two. Final database and platform: realisation of the final common
platform and shared database, simulation and analysis, validation of results
through real and representative examples using actual data, extrapolation for
future expansion.
Expected outcome: A pre-validation platform will be provided for the correlation
of multiple tools, both for the airside and land-side (terminal part) of an airport.
The platform will link different tools to assess the optimisation of safety,
efficiency, capacity and environmental impact in an integrated way.
1.3.2.1.B Research topics to be addressed preferably by means of Networks of
Excellence
In relation to the research area Strengthening Competitiveness:
12 Wind tunnel testing for aeronautical applications and related advanced
measuring technologies.
Objectives: The work should aim at building a lasting relationship and inter-
dependency between major large wind tunnels of Europe, in order to offer to
researchers and to the aerospace industry a comprehensive and integrated set of
services with full coverage of their possible needs.
Scope: Create and maintain a wind tunnel testing network of European dimension
to offer better and extended services at reduced costs to all potential users
(researchers and industry) by exploiting synergies between its members, sharing
investment costs, and developing jointly advanced measuring and testing
technologies as well as wind tunnel operational and management procedures.
Expected outcome: A management structure and a joint programme of activities
such as research and development of test methods and technologies including
measuring technologies, common test results processing, handling and reporting,
formation of a joint knowledge base, exchange of information on best practices,
exchange of personnel, information policy on wind tunnel testing and measuring
technologies, future joint investment plans.
13 Integration of experimental and analytical research capacities for fixed
wing aircraft.
Objectives: The aim is building a lasting relationship and inter-dependency
between the fixed-wing related analytical and experimental research activities of
the aeronautical research centres of Europe.
Scope: Create and maintain a centre of competence through the co-ordination of
the main research activities in all key technology areas of fixed wing aircraft such
as:
 Aerodynamics, flight physics, aero-acoustics
 Structures and materials application
 Safety and human factors
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 Environmental aspects (emission, noise)
 Simulation and testing
Expected outcome: A management structure and a joint programme of activities
such as the development of new numerical and analytical methods and
technologies, common validation and test programmes. It should harmonise the
handling of documentation and reporting, develop the formation of a common data
base system, exchange of information on best practices and an enhanced exchange
of personnel.
In relation to the research area Improving Environmental Impact with regard to
Emissions and Noise:
14 Integration of research capacities on the environmental compatibility of
aviation with regard to the impact of aircraft e missions.
Objectives: The work should aim at strengthening scientific/technical excellence
through closer and lasting integration and co-ordination of the available research
capabilities across Europe in the field of emissions reduction.
Scope: Create and maintain a centre of excellence to cover the relevant research
activities related to the total air transportation system including the aircraft and its
operation. Issues of local and regional air quality around airports should be
addressed. The aspect of global atmospheric effects of aviation should be linked
with relevant atmospheric research supported under thematic priority 1.6.3.
Key areas to be addressed are:
 Emissions of major and minor pollutants including soot and particulates
 Engine plume and near field including contrails
 Airport air quality and measures for green flights
 Alternative fuels based on renewable energy
 Scenarios for a sustainable air transport system
Expected outcome: A management structure and a joint programme of activities
such as research on analytical and experimental methods, common test result
processing, handling and reporting, formation of a joint knowledge base, exchange
of information on best practices, exchange of personnel, information policy.
Integrated focused research actions for subsequent Calls for Proposals deadlines
The subjects for subsequent calls for proposals to be addressed preferably by means of
Integrated Projects and Networks of Excellence will be identified in due time, taking
into account the recommendations of the Advisory Council for Aeronautics Research
in Europe (ACARE) 5 and further developments of its Strategic Research Agenda 6 .
In relation to the research area increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air
transport system, subsequent calls will likely include:
Co-operative ATM (C-ATM) Phase Three
Advanced airborne system applications (AAA)
5
See www.acare4europe.org
6
AC ARE. Strategic Research Agenda. Executive Summary, Volume 1, Volume 2. Published on
October 2002. See www.acare4europe.org
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Airport Efficiency (AFF) Phase Two.
Links to other Research Topics
In relation to the research area "increasing the operational capacity and safety of the
air transport system” research activities will support the “Single European Sky” and
Eurocontrol‟s ATM2000+ Strategy as an integral step towards the implementation of
a future European Air Traffic Management system in support of the vision “2020.”
This should be co-ordinated with research undertaken by Industry, Member States,
European and International bodies. Attention should be given to building on previous
and current RTD and TEN-T initiatives (e.g. Gate to Gate, NUP, MFF, MA-AFAS).
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Implementation Plan and Related Issues: Aeronautics
ROADMAP – The matic priority 4 “Ae ronautics and Space”
Type of Activity Type of instrument
Open in each call
Focussing and integrating Community research Date of publication in OJ - Deadline for submitting proposals IP – integrated project
Indicative budget NE – network of excellence
STREP – specific targeted
research project
CA: co-ordination activity
SSA - specific support action
Continuous
Call 1A Call 2A Call 3A
Thematic Priority Area Call
Aeronautics 1.Strengthening competitiveness
Dec 2002 - Dec 2002 - Dec 2003 - Dec 2004 -
2.Improving environmental impact with regard to M arch 2003 M arch 2006 M arch 2004 M arch 2005
emissions and noise
240 M € 7 M€ IP, NE, STREP, CA, SSA
3.Improving aircraft safety and security
(Only for SSA)
4.Increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air
transport system
Call 1B Call 2B Call 3B
Thematic Priority Area
Aeronautics 4.Increasing the operational capacity and safety of the air
transport system Dec 2002- June 2003- June 2004-
M arch 2003 Dec 2003 Dec2004 IP, STREP, CA
19 M € 20 M €
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Number of participants and budget per instrument for each area in the call for proposals (deadline 2003)
Aeronautics
Instrument Number of participants Indicative % budget per group of instruments
Integrated Projects See general Rules for Participation
65
Networks of Excellence See general Rules for Participation
Specific Targeted Research Projects See general Rules for Participation
Co-ordination Actions See general Rules of Participation 35
Specific Support Actions See general Rules of Participation
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Call Information: Aeronautics
1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research
Area”
2. Activity: Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
3. Call title : Thematic call in the area of “Aeronautics 2003A”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication7 : 17 December 2002.
6. Deadline 8 : 20 March 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 240 million, broken down as follows
Instrument EUR (millions)
Integrated project or 149
network of excellence
Specific targeted research 91
project or co-ordination
action
8. Areas called and Instruments :
Area Topic Preferred Instrume nt
1.3.1.1 Technical domains Specific targeted research
Strengthening Competitiveness 1.3.1.1 a) to k) project and co-ordination
action
Topics 1, 2 and 3 Integrated project
Topics 12 and 13 Network of excellence
1.3.1.2 Technical domains Specific targeted research
Improving environmental 1.3.1.2 a) to i) project and co-ordination
impact with regard to action
emissions and noise Topics 4 and 5 Integrated project
Topic 14 Network of excellence
1.3.1.3 Technical domains Specific targeted research
Improving aircraft safety and 1.3.1.3 a) to e) project and co-ordination
security action
Topics 6 and 7 Integrated project
7
The Director-General responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month prior or after
its envisaged publication date.
8
When the envisaged publication date is changed (see footnote 1), this deadline will be adjusted accordingly .
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1.3.1.4 Increasing the Technical domains Specific targeted research
operational capacity and safety 1.3.1.4 a), b) and g) project and co-ordination
of the air transport system action
Topic 8 Integrated project
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Integrated project, network of excellence, specific Three different legal entities from Member
targeted research project, and co-ordination action States or Associated States, of which at least
two shall be established in a Member State or
associated candidate country.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
11. Consortia agreements: Participants in RTD actions resulting from this call are
required to conclude a consortium agreement.
12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure; and
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicable
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 3 months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 8 months after the deadline.
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1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research Area”
2. Activity: Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
3. Call title : Thematic call in the area of “Aeronautics Specific Support Actions”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication9 : 17 December 2002.
6. Inte rmediary and final closure dates 10 : 20.03.2003; 19.09.2003; Indicative
intermediary closure dates of 2004 and 2005 will be found in the relevant updates of
the work programme. The final closure date will be March 2006.
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 7 million
Instrument EUR (millions)
Specific Support Actions 7
8. Areas called
Area Topic Instrument
All Promoting SME participation Specific Support Action
Stimulating dissemination and
exploitation of results
Realising the European Research
Area
Promoting Candidate Countries
participation
Stimulating international co-
operation
Developing a EU research
strategy in the sector
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Specific support action One legal entity one from a Member State or
Associated State.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
11. Consortia agreements: Participants in actions resulting from this call are not
required to conclude a consortium agreement.
9
The director-general responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month
prior or after its envisaged publication date.
10
Where the envisaged of publication is anticipated or delayed (see footnote 1), closure date(s) will
be adjusted accordingly in the published call for proposals.
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12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure; and
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicable
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 2months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 6 months after the deadline.
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Call 1B
1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research
Area”
2. Activities:
 Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
 Priority thematic area of research “Sustainable development, global change and
ecosystems”. Sub-priority “Sustainable energy systems”
 Priority thematic area of research “Sustainable development, global change and
ecosystems”. Sub-priority “Sustainable surface transport”
3. Call title : Periodic call in the area of “Aeronautics and Space”, “Sustainable
energy systems” and “Sustainable surface transport”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication11 : 17 December 2002.
6. Deadlines 12 :
 “Aeronautics and Space”: 20 March 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
 “Sustainable energy systems”: 18 March 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
 “Sustainable surface transport”: 19 March 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 140 million, broken down as follows
 “Aeronautics and Space”: EUR 19 million
 “Sustainable energy systems”: EUR 82 million
 “Sustainable surface transport”: EUR 39 million
Instrument EUR (millions)
Integrated project or 91
network of excellence
Specific targeted research 49
project or co-ordination
action
Specific Support Actions
8. Areas called and Instruments :
 Aeronautics and Space
Area Topic Instrument
1.3.1 Open Upstream Research. Technical domain 1.3.1.4 c) Specific Targeted Research
Research Area 1.3.1.4 Project and Co-ordination
Increasing the operational Action
capacity and safety of the air Technical domain 1.3.1.4 h) Co-ordination Action
transport system
1.3.2 Integrated Focused Topic 9 (phase 1) Integrated Project
11
The director-general responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month prior or after
its envisaged publication date.
12
When the envisaged publication date is changed (see footnote 1), this deadline will be adjusted accordingly .
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Downstream Research Topic 10 (phase 1) Integrated Project
Topic 11 (phase 1) Integrated Project
 Sustainable energy systems
Area Topic Instrument
Section 6.1.3.1.1.1 « Cost Large innovative wind turbines, Integrated project
effective supply of renewable components and design tools
energies » Low cost photovoltaic modules with Integrated project
integrated dc/ac inverters that can
feed directly into the grid
Innovative combinations of biomass Specific Targeted Research
and wastes with fossil fuels Project
Innovative wind turbines, Specific Targeted Research
components and design tools Project
New generation of PV technologies / Specific Targeted Research
products Project
Geothermal energy Specific Targeted Research
Project
All Co-ordination action and
Specific Support Action
Section 6.1.3.1.1.2 “Large RES-Electricity Co-ordination action and
scale integration of Specific Support Action
renewable energy sources Distributed electricity generation Co-ordination action and
and energy efficiency” Specific Support Action
Electricity storage systems Co-ordination action and
Specific Support Action
Heating and cooling Co-ordination action and
Specific Support Action
Section 6.1.3.1.2.1 “Eco- Innovative architecture aiming at Integrated Project and
buildings” low-energy demand buildings Specific Targeted Research
Project
Integration of renewable energy Integrated Project and
technologies and efficient Specific Targeted Research
technological solutions Project
Low energy construction and/or Integrated Project and
retrofitting materials, innovative Specific Targeted Research
components and technologies Project
Innovative building management Integrated Project and
systems (BMS) Specific Targeted Research
Project
Section 6.1.3.1.3 “Alternative Large scale integration of alternative Integrated Project, Specific
motor fuels” fuels into the transport system. Targeted Research Project,
Considering resources, production, Co-ordination Action,
storage, distribution and use. Tools to Specific Support Action
monitor and stimulate demand.
Assessment and monitoring of new Co-ordination Action,
and alternative fuel research Specific Support Action
activities
 Sustainable surface transport
Area Topic Instrument
Objective 3 « Re-balancing Freight Transport Corridors Integrated project
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and integrating different City Logistics Co-ordination action and
transport modes » Specific Targeted Research
Project
Maritime navigation and information Integrated project
services
Maritime transport co-ordination Co-ordination action
platform
Objective 4 « Increasing Accident analysis and injury analysis Integrated project
road, rail and waterborne Road infrastructure safety Specific Targeted Research
safety and avoiding traffic Project
congestion »
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Integrated project, network of excellence, Three different legal entities from Member
specific targeted research project, and co- States or Associated States, of which at least
ordination action two shall be established in a Member State or
associated candidate country.
Specific support action One legal entity one from a Member State or
Associated State.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
11. Consortia agreements:
 Participants in specific targeted research projects, co-ordination actions, and
specific support actions resulting from this call are encouraged, but not required,
to conclude a consortium agreement.
 Participants in the new instruments (integrated projects and networks of
excellence) are required to conclude a consortium agreement.
12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicable
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 3 months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 8 months after the deadline.
15. Additional terms:
 It is expected that this call should not result in more than 50 to 60 projects
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Call 2B
1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research
Area”
2. Activities:
 Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
 Priority thematic area of research “Sustainab le development, global change and
ecosystems”. Sub-priority “Sustainable energy systems”
 Priority thematic area of research “Sustainable development, global change and
ecosystems”. Sub-priority “Sustainable surface transport”
3. Call title : Periodic call in the area of “Aeronautics and Space”, “Sustainable
energy systems” and “Sustainable surface transport”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication13 : 17 June 2003.
6. Deadline 14 : 17 December 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 175 million, broken down as follows
 “Aeronautics and Space”: EUR 20 million
 “Sustainable energy systems”: EUR 107 million
 “Sustainable surface transport”: EUR 48 million
Instrument EUR (millions)
Integrated project or 115
network of excellence
Specific targeted research 60
project or co-ordination
action
Specific Support Actions
8. Areas called and Instruments :
- Aeronautics and Space
Area Topic Instrument
1.3.2 Integrated Focused Topic 9 (phase 2) Integrated Project
Downstream Research Topic 10 (phase 2) Integrated Project
 Sustainable energy systems
Area Topic Instrument
13
The director-general responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month prior or after its
envisaged publication date.
14
When the envisaged publication date is changed (see previous footnote), this deadline will be adjusted
accordingly .
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Section 6.1.3.1.1.2 “Large CONCERTO – Managing Integrated Project
scale integration of renewable energy demand and renewable
energy sources and energy energy supply in high
efficiency” performance communities
All Specific Targeted Research
Project, Co-ordination action
and Specific Support Action
CONCERTO – Managing Integrated Project
Section 6.1.3.1.2.1 “Eco- energy demand and renewable
buildings” energy supply in high
performance communities
Section 6.1.3.1.2.2 CONCERTO – Managing Integrated Project
“Polygeneration” energy demand and renewable
energy supply in high
performance communities
Section 6.1.3.1.3 “Alternative Testing implementation and Integrated Project and Specific
motor fuels” transition strategies for Clean Support Action
Urban Transport – CIVITAS II
 Sustainable surface transport
Area Topic Instrument
Objective 1 « New technologies Testing implementation and Integrated Project and Specific
and concepts for all surface transition strategies for Clean Support Action
transport modes (road, rail and Urban Transport – CIVITAS II
waterborne) »
Objective 3 « Re-balancing and Implementation of change in the Co-ordination Action
integrating different transport European Railway System
modes »
Objective 4 « Increasing road, rail European service for electronic Integrated Project and/or
and waterborne safety and fee collection on roads Specific targeted research
avoiding traffic congestion » project
Costs of transport infrastructure Specific targeted research
use project, specific support action
and/or co-ordination action
Optimal investments and charging Specific targeted research
project, specific support action
and/or co-ordination action
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Integrated project, network of excellence, Three different legal entities from Member
specific targeted research project, and co- States or Associated States, of which at least
ordination action two shall be established in a Member State or
associated candidate country.
Specific support action One legal entity one from a Member State or
Associated State.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
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11. Consortia agreements:
 Participants in specific targeted research projects, co-ordination actions, and
specific support actions resulting from this call are encouraged, but not required,
to conclude a consortium agreement.
 Participants in the new instruments (integrated projects and networks o f
excellence) are required to conclude a consortium agreement.
12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicab le
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 3 months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 8 months after the deadline.
15. Additional terms:
 It is expected that this call should not result in more than 40 to 50 projects.
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- SPACE
Introduction
Europe has been active for several decades in the space sector, which encompasses a
wide spectrum of activities ranging from launchers to application satellites. The
primary objective is to support the European Strategy for Space 15 with appropriate
application oriented research activities in collaboration with European Space Agency.
These research activities shall foster the exploitation of the technical capabilities of
the space community with the objective of seizing market opportunities and meeting
the demands of our society. Because of the capacity of space-based infrastructures to
offer simultaneous services to the whole European region, the enlargement of the
Union can draw direct benefits from the envisaged applications and capabilities.
An optimal combination of space-based systems and terrestrial infrastructure, as well
as the integration of future space-based information and communication systems and
services, creates further application perspectives.
Against this background, the following areas are supported by the thematic priority:
 Satellite Navigation, positioning and timing systems for the Galileo programme.
 Global Monitoring for Environment and Security 16 (GMES).
 Satellite telecommunications 17 .
Emphasis will be put on activities complementing those of the space agencies
concerning the integration of terrestrial and space systems and services in view of
validation of end-to-end services.
Objectives, Structure and Overall Approach
Satellite systems are a unique and globally available data source and facilitate local,
regional and global applications and related services. The general objective of the
work programme aims at reaping the benefits for markets and society. The selected
research areas (Galileo, GMES and satellite telecommunications) will support this
general objective and have specific objectives in view of their respective application
fields:
 Galileo as strategic European infrastructure shall radically change the transport
sector and foster related services.
 GMES will establish operational capabilities providing information to the user
community as specified in the EC Action Plan 18 (2001-2003).
 Satellite telecommunications shall provide affordable and economically viable
services to the largest possible customer base.
The orientation of the three areas towards marketable products and pre-operational
services qualify GMES as a central pillar of the Space work programme. Navigation
15
COM(2000)597 Eu rope and Space: Turning to a new chapter
16
COM(2001)264 15 April 2001 A sustainable Europe for a Better World : A European Union
Strategy for Sustainable Develop ment
17
COM(2002)263 final e-Eu rope 2005 An In formation Society for all
18
COM(2001) 609 final GM ES: Outline EC GM ES Action Plan
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and satellite telecommunication are important areas also pro viding enabling
technologies in support to the GMES priority themes.
The Galileo activities will be implemented through actions managed by the Galileo
Joint Undertaking. Further contribution to the GMES activities is expected from other
thematic priorities (1.2, 1.6, 1.7) and the Joint Research Centre (JRC) activities. The
respective priorities are co-ordinated and are prepared for possible joint and/or
synchronised calls. The structuring and integrating effects of the new instruments
(Integrated Projects and Networks of Excellence) will ensure consolidated projects.
All areas of the Space part of the work programme will be closely co-ordinated with
the European Space Agency (ESA).
In accordance with the general rules of participation, the contribution of SM Es to the
work programme activities is encouraged, when appropriate, through all FP6
instruments.
Technical content
The work programme is presented for each of the three areas Galileo, GMES and
Satellite Telecommunications and gives a description of the topics for which
proposals are invited, indicating which funding instrument is considered to be most
appropriate to cover the goals.
Area: Galileo
The research areas for Galileo relate to applications, user segment, standardisation and
certification, and deployment of local elements. The development of GNSS-based
(Global Navigation Satellite System) applications and services will be necessary
during the Galileo System design, development and validation (2003-05).
 Applications. The early development of GNSS based applications will be the
main driver for the introduction of Galileo into the market place. Demonstrations
capabilities have been already initiated over the last few years as an illustration of
what improvements Galileo could provide in every day life. Therefore, Galileo
applications will help to implement the service provision chain with the
involvement and support of the user community, SMEs and service providers
including multipurpose service chains and their integration for intermodal
transport (e.g. vessels and cargo monitoring). It will also allow European
manufacturers and service providers to develop a competitive knowledge in the
navigation domain. Activities planned in the short term are still based on the
EGNOS system, the European augmentation of GPS. Interoperability of systems
and location based services in different user environments (terminals, telecom
networks) pave the way to mass market applications.
 User segment. The user segment and in particular the user receiver is at the heart
of business opportunities. Recognising that Galileo is just one of the enabling
technologies for location enhanced services, tools (including advanced user
terminals and multi-beam antennas) and systems adapted to user requirements will
be developed enabling the optimal integration of these technologies for
applications (timing, positioning, and navigation) into everyone's life.
 Standardisation and certification. The success of Galileo services and
applications largely depends on the ability to reach standards easily applicable and
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replicable in myriad applications. Development of pre-certification and
certification frames will be essential for early introduction of reliable Galileo
services and application into the market.
 Deployment of local components. The ambition of Galileo "to be more" than the
existing positioning services largely depends on the deployment of the local
elements that will add critical patterns to space received signal (e.g. indoor
positioning). Galileo local components include support a nd assisting systems and
services for satellite positioning including research on potential infrastructure
solutions like wireless local area networks (WLAN) and Bluetooth.
Some specific domains such as Location Based Services (LBS), Vehicle Telematics
Indoor applications as well as tracking and tracing (i.e. automatic detection), route
guidance and travel planning should be given special attention and research on niche
applications should continue. The issue of synergy with other space or terrestrial
technologies related to SATCOM and GMES should be refined.
The research activities to be supported should build on previous and on-going work in
all areas of community policies, notably transport and information society projects,
which will produce final results by end 2003 into early 2004.
A strong emphasis will be given to activities that will allow wide demonstration of the
potential of satellite navigation and the market-readiness of users. Priority will be
given to activities allowing the development of co mmercially viable innovative
applications and the introduction of satellite navigation tools in the consumer and
professional markets. However, activities to be supported should be associated to the
development of specific applications not already foreseen in a commercial framework.
The following orientations optimise the overall process in terms of schedule, effort
and integration of results:
- Demonstrate the capacity of satellite navigation, allowing a smooth transition to
the setting- up of the Galileo Concession Scheme (public and private funding);
- Build on the results of previously performed work and other on-going activities
on Galileo and EGNOS19 (mainly 5th FP and ESA initiatives);
- Use as much as possible the EGNOS Signal In Space availability (starting from
2004) to anticipate some Galileo User Segment related assessment (for
applications, services, market, regulatory, standards, legal and operations aspects);
- Use as much as possible the Galileo System Test-Bed (“V2”) and In-Orbit
Validation Signal In Space availability to run practical experiments on the
Galileo User Segment (receivers, user terminals, local elements, frequencies
issues, etc);
- Allocate effort for the period post-In-Orbit Validation (mid 2006-2008) during
which the incremental deployment of Galileo Satellites will allow the use of a
fully representative environment;
- Take into account the Galileo development programme main milestones
(Critical Design Review in 2004, System Qualification Review in 2005 and In-
19
EGNOS : European Geo-stationary Navigation Overlay Service
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Orbit Validation Review in 2006) and reserve flexibility to re-direct work
according to new exigencies;
- Allocate effort to activities such as standardisation, pre-certification and
certification, legal and market analysis issues.
As far as Galileo is concerned, the European Union through the Trans-European
Transport Networks (TEN-T) will support, jointly with the European Space
Agency, the development phase of Galileo (2002-2005). This phase will be managed
by the Galileo Joint Unde rtaking, set up in May 2002 20 , following the Council
Decision of 26 March 2002.
Selected research actions for 2003 deadline
The objectives of the first group of activities to be launched are:
 Demonstrate the market potential of the Galileo satellite navigation services.
 Prepare the Galileo User Segment for the In Orbit Validation (IOV), develop
breadboard and prototype Galileo receivers for selected applications, develop
prototype Common Building Blocks for the Local Elements, prepare dedicated
test campaign for different applications;
 Assess the GNSS SoL applications using the EGNOS Signal in Space (SIS)
(practical test on integrity and accuracy);
 Continue the effort on horizontal activities (user segment road map,
standardisation, certification, legal, market analysis, Local Elements support for
various markets, Galileo Services assessment);
 Support dissemination tasks, harmonise activities and facilitate the co-ordination
to be performed by the Galileo Joint Undertaking. Dedicated initiatives
(development of common elements for the demonstrations, promote the Galileo
System Simulation Facility as reference for simulations scenario and data
interface, develop an application data base, set-up an application/service help
desk.
Indicative research actions for subsequent Call for Proposals
The objectives of the second group of activities to be launched are:
 Assess the applications and market developments taking into account the current
5th Framework Programme Pilot Projects results, the outcomes of the First Call
projects and the SoL applications assessment results. Few medium/large size
projects are required for this purpose;
 Use the Galileo User Segment related prototypes during the IOV (operations of
the deployed Local Elements, test campaign with Galileo prototype receivers,
SOL applications using GPS/EGNOS/Galileo);
 Develop breadboard/prototype User Terminals integrating Galileo, GPS, GSM,
GPRS, UMTS and other receivers and sensors;
20
Council Regulation (EC) No 876/2002 of 21 May 2002 setting up the Galileo Joint Undertaking,
published in the Official Journal L 138 of 28 May 2002, p.1.
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 Prepare the Galileo service framework (GOC, Added-value service providers, and
users) for the different aspects technical and non-technical; This activity shall
include an “integration” of the service chain.
The objectives of the third group of activities to be launched are:
 Optimise the Service chains (Galileo Service Centre, Service Providers, Users) for
each assessed Galileo application;
 Prepare the GNSS SoL application certification;
 Other objectives will be identified on the basis of the outcomes of the GalileoSat
programme, 6th FP 1st and 2nd Call-related initiatives, and the Galileo IOV
campaign.
Area: GMES
To reach the envisaged pre-operational capabilities for environment and security, the
work programme foresees the integration and the pre-operational validation of:
 existing research results obtained through previous initiatives of EC, ESA and
national entities,
 planned research and technological development results, as they become available,
within the other relevant FP6 thematic priorities, ESA 21 and national entities.
Existing national or international capabilities will be taken into account to develop
synergies and avoid duplication. Projects should be user driven and take into account
their needs concerning information and services. EU policies, directives and
standardisation initiatives 22 should be taken into account. Projects should include
activities having the goal of increasing public awareness of the results achieved
through the use of space technology.
In the long term, these pre-operational capabilities should become appropriately
resourced autonomous operational capabilities providing in a given GMES priority
themes 23 , the relevant information to individuals or user communities.
The work programme, for the build- up of the pre-operational capabilities, includes
also the following cross topics:
- data validation and fusion from multiple sources
- data assimilation and data integrity
- data delivery processes of observation systems (satellite, in-situ)
- interoperability and interconnection of the data processing and delivery
systems
- organisation and system architecture
The GMES priority themes have been restructured in six app lication fields in order to
bundle together similar topics and avoid dispersion of objectives. Hence projects are
expected being built around the following application fields:
– : Land Cover and Vegetation
21
The GM ES Serv ices Element wo rk and outcomes.
22
e.g. INSPIRE init iative of DG ENV, DG RTD, EUROSTAT (www.ec-g is.org/inspire)
23
GM ES priority themes. Annexed to COM(2001)609 final and reviewed by the GM ES
Steering Co mmittee.
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– : Water Resources
– : Ocean and Marine Applications
– : Atmosphere
– : Risk management
– : Security
Selected research actions for 2003 deadline
a) Ocean and marine applications
Oceans and coastal areas are of major importance for economic activities
(transport, food supply, natural resources) and at the same time are subject to
environmental stress (chemical pollution, oil spills). The project should enable
the use of physical (evaporation, currents, temperature, heights, and winds);
chemical (salinity, pollution, oil spills); biological data (from plankton to ma rine
animals) and provide high- value information relevant to the following domains:
fisheries and vessel monitoring; maritime traffic and security; coastal zones and
open ocean; ice monitoring. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
b) Risk manage ment
The aim is to improve the provision of satellite base data in support to risk
management and their integration into information systems 24 to support the
decision making chain of risk management throughout the risk lifecycle. The
solutions must be applicable at global and regional levels and be able to ingest all
type of data issued from Earth observation satellites, in-situ measurements and
field data. The Space/GMES work programme ensures the co-ordination with the
other thematic priorities 25 and contributes with specific added-value services.
The work programme includes:
- the collection and harmonisation of the requirements expressed by users and other
services 26 of the Commission.
- the consideration of national and international initiatives with the se t-up of proper
interfacing mechanisms.
- the expression of the overall system specifications and operational constraints in
order to ensure the rationalisation of the organisation required for the production
of adequate information, particularly considering the intrinsic characteristics and
lifecycle of each risk. Specifications for standards will be prepared.
- the inclusion of available risk-related research27 results and building blocks.
- the validation of the implemented systems and services for users (huma nitarian
assistance organisations, external aid institutions, civil protection agencies, NGOs,
citizens, etc.).
24
Research and development of advanced information and communication technologies for risk
management are dealt under IST 1.1.1 3 Improving Risk Management
25
Namely 1.6.3 Global Change and ecosystems and 1.2 IST/Improving Risk Management
26
Mainly DG RELEX, DG ENV, ECHO
27
Research on risk assessment and management methodologies is dealt under 1.6.3
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Specific risks to be covered are: man- made hazards (including conflicts);
earthquakes; tropical storms; drought; volcanic eruptions; forest fires; landslides;
other natural phenomena generating hazards. Preference will be given to an
Integrated Project.
c) Land cover and vegetation
The aim is to provide large to small- scale/multiple-use maps, statistics, trends,
over different land cover objects with the adequate periodicity building on
existing knowledge and the experience gained through previous EC funded
activities on the land cover mapping in Europe 28 . Vegetation monitoring is a
major application at regional and global levels. Standardisation of the output
information is necessary to facilitate the integration of data into models
(especially through assimilation techniques) and/or geographical information
systems.
The specific observation systems to be used, deal with: ecosystems (forests,
sensitive mountain areas), bio-diversity and landscapes; agricultural lands;
vegetation (forests at global scale, food security, carbon stocks in the biosphere,
heat, water and gaseous exchanges); soil quality and soil degradation;
desertification; length of growing season in boreal forests; burnt areas; nature
protection sites; urban areas; coastal zones and coastal erosion; snow and ice
monitoring. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
d) Security 29 (Global Information Network for Security)
A network of organisations should be built up with the following goals:
 To master and improve the existing collection, processing, displaying,
interpreting and archiving solutions geared towards the strengthening of
stability and security using earth observation, in-situ and airborne sensors
data.
 To identify at European level organisational scenarios enabling the timely
communication and exchange of critical information and proper decision-
taking mechanisms.
 To support external security operations (within the conte xt of conflict
prevention, crisis management and humanitarian assistance) such as
damage assessment, monitoring of protected areas, maintenance of law and
order by police forces, border surveillance.
 :To support verification of international treaties 30 concerning biological,
chemical, radiological and nuclear (BCRN) weapons as well as to address
transport, energy and telecom infrastructures vulnerabilities.
The work should be performed through the exchange of knowledge and
experience particularly on the use of models for early warning and alert triggering
28
i.e. the CORINE Land Cover programme.
29
The work should take into account the output of the GM ES Steering Co mmittee Working Group
on Security.
30
Examples of international treaties are: the Nuclear Weapons Non -Proliferation Treaty (NPT);
the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT); the Treaty on Conventional Forces in
Europe (CFE) and the Chemical Weapons Convention (CW C).
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as well as the input data capture, processing, validation and archiving
mechanisms.
The network should issue, when appropriate, recommendations and requirements
related to the above topics with a particular emphasis on the process of data and
information exchange between organisations and the means to be used before,
during and after the crisis. Preference will be given to a Network of Excellence.
e) Overall system integration and architecture
The overall coherency of activities related to GMES in different FP6 work
programmes is ensured through Priority 1.4. The objectives to ensure overall
coherence of the global architecture, the infrastructure of the Application Fields 31
and the interfaces with data providers, service centres and users.
Recommendations on the optimal architecture for the integration of the different
Application Fields should be provided. Verification and validation of the
interfaces and the system performance should be carried out 32 . The expected
outcome is the definition of the overall system to be developed in order to support
the GMES objectives. Preference will be given to a Specific Support Action.
Indicative research actions for Call for Proposals in 2004
a) Wate r resources
Operational monitoring and assessment of water resources in terms of quantity,
quality and its usage (mainly in agriculture) is a major challenge in Europe but a
critical subject of vital importance in most developing countries.
The activities should focus on the use of various sources of observation to
improve knowledge of water resources through the operative combination of
satellite radar and optical observations with in-situ measurements. The major
objective is to channel and integrate, in a coherent way, available research and
development results covering water resources monitoring, mapping, inventory
and support to the management at local, regional levels, particularly in
developing countries. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
b) Atmosphere
Number of interactions influences the composition and dynamics of the
atmosphere and requires efficient monitoring and assessment. Data required to
perform these activities are available from satellites and from in-situ
measurements (in the atmosphere and on ground).
The objective is the integration and validation of the available results in order to
reach a coherent and validated GMES infrastructure serving the user community.
Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
c) Security
The objective is to.build progressively on the results of the Network of Excellence
related to security aspects, as they become available. Preference will be given to
an Integrated Project.
31
The requirements prepared under the INSPIRE init iative for the European Spatial Data
Infrastructure could be lin ked to application fields related Integrated Projects.
32
Research on informat ion technology architectures are dealt under IST
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Area: Satellite Telecommunications
The objective of research in this field is to support key EU policies and validate space
technology for some public services, i.e., health (tele-medicine), education (distance-
learning), emergency systems and transport.
The synergy achieved by combining space telecommunications and positioning
capabilities can provide not only efficient infrastructure to GMES and Galileo users
and operators but also a number of creative possibilities of transactions between
entities that must communicate or exchange data in a precise geo-referenced
environment such as for disaster relief and rescue operations.
The research is complementary to the actions targeted under the ESA ARTES
programme, the research activities in the Information Society Technology (IST)
Thematic Priority, and national activities supported either by space agencies or by
national research programmes. Innovative work and applications that integrates
research activities carried out in these environments is encouraged.
Three core technological domains in support of these objectives have been identified:
 Network and Service interoperability
The aim is the seamless integration of satellite telecommunications infrastructures
with terrestrial systems. Those activities take advantage of the emergence of
novel networking technologies and systems, such as IPv6 33 , DVB-RCS34 , edge
caching and networking, MPLS 35 or VHE36 .
 End-to-end satellite telecommunications systems
The aim is the integration and validation of innovative and low-cost satellite
communications technologies and systems where satellite communications
technologies may have a potential edge over terrestrial infrastructures. Large-
scale distributive applications, or applications needing to address remote, isolated
or rural areas are typical applications where satellite communication technology
may be the most appropriate communication platform to provide connectivity in
the fields of transport, education (distance- learning), emergency systems and
health (tele-medicine).
 Conve rgence and integration of satellite communications with other Space
application domains
The target is the integration of satellite telecommunication capabilities with
Galileo and GMES infrastructures and the development of optimised
architectures and technologies through the coupling of different satellite services.
This is envisioned in view of providing significant communication and
processing capabilities particularly in risk management and security applications
where rapid deployment of reliable communications is required.
Selected research actions for 2003 deadline
a) End-to-end satellite telecommunications systems for transport applications
33
Internet Protocol version 6
34
Dig ital Video Broadcasting-Return Channel System
35
Multi Protocol Label Switching
36
Virtual Ho me Environment
38
Provision of integrated services and applications to users travelling on board
trains, ships or aircraft 37 ; these three transport means being typical market
segment for mobile satellite systems. Preference will be given to an Integrated
Project.
b) End-to-end satellite telecommunications systems for tele-education and tele-
medicine applications
Provision of integrated tele-education and tele- medicine services and applications
where there are a large number of distributed sites (rural areas, campuses or
hospitals) to be interconnected. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
c) End-to-end satellite telecommunications systems for rural areas applications
Provision of integrated services and applications covering the rural area needs.
Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
Indicative research actions Call for Proposals in 2004
a) Conve rgence and integration of satellite telecommunications with GMES
Development of the architecture and performances to facilita te the emergence of
an integrated network, possibly comprising other capabilities such as GIS
(Geographical Information System) or positioning systems. Insofar as possible,
commonality with terrestrial Private Mobile Radio standards (e.g. TETRA) shall
be sought. It is envisioned that this application context can be used to validate the
technology used in new-generation platforms and the suitability for combining
missions. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
b) Conve rgence and integration of satellite telecommunications with Galileo
Development of low-cost satellite receivers, advanced user terminals and
applications having a capability to communicate through advanced mobile
satellite systems. Build up of capacity to provide users with global or wide
regional coverage. Preference will be given to an Integrated Project.
Links To Other Research Topics
The Space part of the work programme is linked to other thematic priorities. The co-
ordination in terms of content of calls and timing, will ensure the integration of
research and development activities from the different priorities, which is essential to
achieve the overall GMES targets.
The other priorities, linked to the Space part of the work programme, are:
1.2 Information Society Technologies
- Broadband access for all
- Mobile and wireless systems beyond 3G
- Improving Risk Management
1.6.2 Sustainable surface transport
1.6.3 Global Change and Ecosystems
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The related work may be co-ordinated with the aeronautic work programme.
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1.7 Citizens and Governance in knowledge based society
- Resolution of conflicts and restoration of peace and justice
The ESA activities in the GMES service elements should complete integration by
providing the space data and information through adequate services.
A schematic representation of the inter-thematic priority links for GMES is given
hereunder. The cells having identical shading or bordering indicate the major links
and potential complementary or joint calls.
1.6 1.4.2 1.4.2 1.2
Sustainable Space / GMES Space / Satellite IS T
Devel opment, Telecommunications
Gl obal Change and
Ecosystems
other Land Cover and Network & Services other
Vegetation
Water Resources Applications Broadband access
for all
1.6.3 Global Change Ocean and Marine Integration Mobile and wireless
and Ecosystems Applications systems beyond 3G
Atmosphere other other
other Risk management other Improving Risk
Management
other Security other other
The development of Galileo applications is a subject clearly related with most of the
research avenues to be developed within sub-priority 6.2 „Sustainable surface
transport‟ (freight management systems development, train locations, waterborne
transport).
Galileo RTD activities are in addition linked to satellite telecommunications
capabilities: links with priority 2 „Information society technologies‟ could be
established in the frame of receiver developments.
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Implementation Plan and Related Issues: Space
ROADMAP – The matic priority 4 “Ae ronautics and Space”
Type of Activity Indicative budget (m€) Type of instrument
Date of publication in OJ: [date] Open i n each call
IP – integrated project
NE – network of excellence
STREP – specific targeted
Focussing and integrating Community research Deadline for submitting proposals research project
SSA- specific support action
Thematic Priority Area March 2004 2005
2003
Space Galileo 20 38 39
Space GM ES 45
IP, NE, STREP,SSA
Space Satellite Teleco mmunications 15
38
Dates could be revised in function of the effective installement of the Galileo Joint Undertaking
39
Specific instruments will be determined by the Galileo Jo int Undertaking
41
Number of participants and budget per instrument for each area in the Call for Proposals with 2003 deadline
Space (GMES and Satellite Telecommunications)
Instrument Number of participants Indicative % budget per group of instruments
Integrated Projects See general Rules for Participation
86
Networks of Excellence See general Rules for Participation
Specific Targeted Research Projects See general Rules for Participation
14
Specific Support Action See general Rules for Participation
Space (Galileo)
Instrument 40 Number of participants Indicative % budget per group of instruments
Integrated Projects See general Rules for Participation
Networks of Excellence See general Rules for Participation
100
Specific Targeted Research Projects See general Rules for Participation
Specific Support Action See general Rules for Participation
40
Specific instruments will be determined by the Galileo Jo int Undertaking
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Call Information: SPACE
1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research
Area”
2. Activity: Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
3. Call title : Thematic call in the area of “Space 2003”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication41 : 17 December 2002.
6. Deadline 42 : 20 March 2003 at 17.00 (Brussels local time).
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 60 million, broken down as follows
Instrument EUR (millions)
Integrated project or 52
network of excellence
Specific targeted research 8
project or co-ordination
action
8. Areas called and Instruments :
Area Topic Preferred Instrume nt
GMES Ocean and Marine Integrated project or network
Applications of excellence (integrated
project preferred)
Risk Management Integrated project or network
of excellence (integrated
project preferred)
Land Cover and Vegetation Integrated project or network
of excellence (integrated
project preferred)
Security Integrated project or network
of excellence (network of
excellence preferred)
All Specific targeted research
project or co-ordination action
Satellite Telecommunications End-to-end satellite Integrated project or network
telecommunications systems of excellence (integrated
for transport applications project preferred)
41
The Director-General responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month prior or
after its envisaged publication date.
42
When the envisaged publication date is changed (see footnote 1), this deadline will be adjusted
accordingly .
43
End-to-end satellite Integrated project or network
telecommunications systems of excellence (integrated
for tele-education, tele- project preferred)
medicine and rural areas
applications.
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Integrated project, network of excellence, specific Three different legal entities from Member
targeted research project, and co-ordination action States or Associated States, of which at least
two shall be established in a Member State or
associated candidate country.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
11. Consortia agreements: Participants in RTD actions resulting from this call are
required to conclude a consortium agreement.
12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure; and
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicable
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 3 months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 8 months after the deadline.
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Call information
1. Specific Programme : “Integrating and strengthening the European Research Area”
2. Activity: Priority thematic area of research “Aeronautics and Space”.
3. Call title : Thematic call in the area of “Space Specific Support Actions”.
4. Call reference numbe r/identifier: X.
5. Date of publication43 : 17 December 2002.
6. Inte rmediary and final closure dates 44 : 20.03.2003; 19.09.2003; Indicative
intermediary closure dates of 2004 and 2005 will be found in the relevant updates of
the work programme. The final closure date will be March 2006.
7. Total indicative budget: EUR 8million
Instrument EUR (millions)
Specific Support Actions 8
8. Areas called
Area Topic Instrument
GMES Overall system integration and Specific Support Action
architecture
GMES and Satellite Promoting SME participation
Telecommunications Promoting Candidate Countries
participation
9. Minimum numbe r of participants:
Instrument Minimum number of participants
Specific support action One legal entity one from a Member State or
Associated State.
10. Restriction on participation: There are none.
11. Consortia agreements: Participants in RTD actions resulting from this call are
required to conclude a consortium agreement.
12. Evaluation procedure:
 The evaluation shall follow a single stage procedure; and
43
The director-general responsible for the publication of this call may publish it up to one month prior or after its
envisaged publication date.
44
Where the envisaged of publication is anticipated or delayed (see footnote 1), closure date(s) will
be adjusted accordingly in the published call for proposals.
45
 Proposals will not be evaluated anonymously.
13. Evaluation criteria: See Annex B of the work programme for the applicable
criteria per instrument.
14. Indicative evaluation and contractual timetable:
 Evaluation results: 2months after the deadline;
 Conclusion of first contracts: 6 months after the deadline.
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